The modern Olympic Games are the leading international sporting event featuring summer and winter sports competitions wherein thousands of athletes variously compete. The Olympic Games are considered the world's foremost sports competition with more than 200 nations participating. The Olympic Games are held every four years, with the Summer and Winter Games alternating by occurring every four years but two years apart. Their creation was inspired by the ancient Olympic Games, which were held in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. This 16x20 photo has been hand signed by 15 Olympians: Olga Korbut, Nancy Kerrigan, Mark Spitz, Kerri Strug, Bob Beamon, Jaycie Phelps, Paul Hamm, Carl Lewis, Amanda Borden, Dominique Moceanu, Amy Chow, Lolo Jones, Janet Evans, Shannon Miller and Sheryl Swoopes. Beckett Authentication Services Hologram and Full Letter of Authenticity.